Netflix docuseries ‘Death of a Pastor’s Wife’ hits number one

The Netflix true crime docuseries ‘Death of a Pastor’s Wife’ has become the top-rated show in the United States, drawing 19 million views between August 26 and August 30. The three-part series examines the life and death of Mica Miller, the wife of South Carolina pastor John-Paul Miller, who died by suicide in April 2024.

The documentary details the relationship between Mica and John-Paul Miller, beginning with their meeting at Solid Rock Church and their 2017 marriage. It explores allegations of control and exploitation within the marriage, including claims that Miller used religious doctrine to demand sexual submission and justify his behavior to his congregation.

The series' unexpected success surprised prediction markets like Polymarket, where bettors had largely favored Tyler Perry’s ‘Beauty in Black’ to take the top spot.